Brandon M. Graham

About Brandon M. Graham

As an entrepreneur, activist and educator, my motto is “be crazy enough to believe you…

Experience

1. Founder & CEO

   My Hbcu Matters

   Jun 2015 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Strategic Executive LeadershipClarify the organization’s strategic vision, priorities, and short- and long-term goals;Lead and define the organization’s advocacy agenda with significant input from board members, educational partners, corporate partners and other stakeholders. Oversee the pursuit of strategic legislative and policy changes and protect existing supportive policies that will strengthen charter schools in GeorgiaPartner with the board to support the growth and influence of My HBCU Matters & Our HBCUs Matter Foundation.Team ManagementLead a high-performing team and develop relationships that leverage individual strengths while promoting team collaboration toward ambitious goals that yield significant impact.External RelationsDevelop a unified narrative and vision for the HBCU sector and drive coordinated and proactive external communications to educate the public and positively influence public opinion and perception of HBCUsDeepen relationships and influence with key policymakers and elected officials;Develop and expand fundraising efforts by cultivating new and leveraging existing relationships and diversifying My HBCU Matters & Our HBCUs Matter Foundation funding base to ensure financial sustainability;Elevate the brand of My HBCU Matters and Our HBCUs Matter Foundation as a reliable, trustworthy source for education, advocacy, and support services.Partnership/ MobilizationBuild community, collaboration, and trust among educational leaders and board members to improve information sharing and inform priorities;Continue to coordinate with other advocacy efforts and organizations in the HBCU Eco-system and grow the coalition with an aligned advocacy agenda;Inform, engage, and unite education leaders on developments and policy changes that affect HBCUs, Title I Schools, and HBCU Professionals. Organize and mobilize educational leaders, studentsm, staff, parents, board members, and other stakeholders to support pro-HBCU efforts.

Education

• Clark Atlanta University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• Tennessee State University

  Doctor of Education - EdD

• Columbia College

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

• University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law (UDC Law)

  Doctor of Law - JD